2007 Ford Focus vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Focus would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (311 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 6 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Porsche Boxter (361 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Focus | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Focus | Boxter |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 279 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 5.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4374 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1979 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1281 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2475 mm |